WI → MN · about 468 miles
Milwaukee to Detroit Lakes train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Milwaukee to Detroit Lakes. The fastest takes 10 hours 21 minutes; every train leaves at 4:45 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 10h 21m
- Leaves at
- 4:45 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Milwaukee and arrives at Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:45 PM | 3:06 AM +1 day | 10h 21m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Milwaukee Where you get off in Detroit Lakes The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Milwaukee
Where the train stops in Detroit Lakes
- Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station Map of Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Detroit Lakes to Milwaukee
Questions
How long is the train from Milwaukee to Detroit Lakes?
The fastest direct train takes 10 hours 21 minutes; the typical trip is 10 hours 21 minutes.
What time is the first train from Milwaukee to Detroit Lakes?
Every departure is at 4:45 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Milwaukee to Detroit Lakes?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Milwaukee?
Trains to Detroit Lakes leave from Milwaukee (Amtrak Intermodal).